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Conception the Natural Way

Conception the Natural Way

Infertility and Fertility – For Men and Women – Conception the Natural Way Couples who have difficulties in conceiving or who have issues related to fertility/infertility quite often experience imbalances and prenatal deficiencies. Conception can be assisted and achieved by making a few important dietary changes and adding specific herbal preparations and pre-natal supplements to the diet. These changes are part of an ancient Chinese Philosophy believing that “warming” the system and strengthening the vitality of the body and internal organs will assist increased fertility. Natural fertility refers to both males and female conception issues which are addressed individually and as a couple. Tools such as the Sympto-Thermal Chart helps a woman in recording and charting her menstrual cycle. With the help of this chart she can note changes which occur during the cycle. These details assist the practitioner in defining the relationship between the various indicators which signify infertility / fertility such as oestrogen/progesterone balance, when she is ovulating for instance. The chart is also useful for natural conception. For the best outcomes, it is recommended that females should cease the contraceptive pill no less than six months prior to conception. The contraceptive pill can deplete the body of essential vitamins and minerals, however with the correct balance of Vitamin B1, B6, C, B12, Folic Acid and Zinc and a healthy eating plan, help to result in the best outcomes for the growth of a healthy fetus. Similarly, issues concerning men can be treated by a change of diet, lifestyle and consumption of natural supplements. Infertility in men is normally due to a low sperm count, motility (slow swimmers) and sperm morphology is also a factor. How many abnormal sperm does he have in his sperm count. Some males can have 95% abnormality. Natural herbal and vitamin supplementation including Omega 3, Vitamin A, D and E helps in reducing inflammation, balancing hormones and increasing not just production but also motility of sperm. Zinc and selenium are also very important minerals in male infertility. Principle three states that Naturopathy has its effects on the entire body and not a localized region or organ of the body. Each body may react in a different way and thus Naturopathy is a holistic approach. The response may vary based on the body’s stress level, history of pre-existing...

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IVF is an Option to Explore

IVF is an Option to Explore

Infertility a Problem IVF is an Option to Explore Infertility is becoming more and more common, in fact over six million American women have difficulty conceiving a child or bringing the pregnancy to term. Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying. If a woman is 35 or older then she is considered infertile after six months of attempting to conceive. The problem of infertility of course could be caused by issues in the male as well; and in fact percentages of male or female cause are the same. Sometimes the couple cannot conceive because both have an underlying difficulty. And finally there are also unknown causes of infertility. Consult a Houston fertility clinic to begin the process of uncovering the causes of your infertility and what can be done about it. One very popular treatment method for infertility is IVF. In Houston, a fertility clinic will be able to discuss with you your options to make having a baby a reality! IVF-in vitro fertilization is an assisted reproductive technology that is now very common, it has been in use since the late1970’s. “In vitro” means that fertilization takes place outside of the human body-the sperm and the egg are instead brought together under ideal conditions in a controlled medical setting. It is a multi-step process. To find out if it is appropriate for you it’s best to find a quality infertility clinic in Houston that specializes in IVF. IVF Background: IVF is done to help a woman conceive successfully, despite some of the most common causes of infertility, including: *Age of the woman (advanced maternal age) *Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes * Endometriosis *Uterine fibroids *Male infertility, causes, include decreased sperm production and/or blockage *Unexplained infertility What to Expect Once you have your appointment at a Houston fertility clinic. The physician will do a thorough infertility checkup. A health and sexual history of both parties will be taken and accessed. Generally the doctor will need to do a series of tests. In the male, doctors usually begin by testing the semen. They look at the shape, quantity, and movement of the sperm. Also the level of a man’s hormones may be tested. In women, the first step is to find out if she is ovulating each...

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Infertility & Stress

Infertility & Stress

Infertility & Stress Stress is your body’s physical reaction to change. Stress can result from both negative and positive changes. Stress can also be a cause of infertility. Preliminary studies have found that high levels of stress can help cause irregular ovulation, fallopian tubal spasm, and hormonal changes. The causes of infertility are mainly physical. But, remember, stress is the body’s physical reaction to change. Stress and infertility feed on each other in a viscous cycle. If you...

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Increasing Chances of Pregnancy

Increasing Chances of Pregnancy

Increasing Chances of Pregnancy – How to Help Infertility Trying to have a baby has never been an exact science. Just as no two woman’s bodies or ovulation cycles are alike, there’s no tried and true method that works for everyone. When it comes to fertility, there are a whole bunch of factors that contribute to whether or not you’ve got good ovulation pregnancy chances each month. The best thing to do, for women of any age, is...

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Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Immunological Infertility Looked At From The Viewpoint Of Traditional Chinese Medicine It is easier to understand the concept of what has come to be called Immunologic Infertility, when we look at its causes as described in Western Medical Science. A womans ability to successfully retain the fertilized ovum and allow it to grow, depends upon a complex interplay of sophisticated immunologic adjustments designed to convert her Uterus into a host for the developing embryo and protect the developing...

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Hormone infertility and infertility stress...

Hormone infertility and infertility stress

If you are suffering from hormone infertility and infertility stress, you need to act ASAP. Hormones control most of the major functions of our body, including fertility. The entire cycle of fertility and childbirth is controlled by a series of hormones. When our hormones aren’t in sync with our bodies, we can suffer from a condition known as hormone infertility, which can also lead to infertility stress. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) – Is a common condition, affecting as...